The Innovation Institute Terms and Conditions

(Last Updated: January 2018)

The Innovation Institute Terms and Conditions of service apply to all academic enrichment programs operated by The Innovation Institute. “Parent(s)/guardian(s)” are defined as those charged with legal responsibility for the child or children, person or persons that he/she/they (the parent(s)/guardian(s) have enrolled at The Innovation Institute. Said “child or children, person or persons” enrolled at The Innovation Institute are referred to as “participant/attendee” herein.

1. Release from Liability

The participant/attendee has permission to participate in all class activities led by The Innovation Institute staff and/or its visiting science or engineering specialist or volunteers. In the highly unlikely event of an emergency, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of participant/attendee gives The Innovation Institute permission to seek emergency medical treatment, including ordering of diagnostics tests (e.g., MRIs, x-rays or blood draws, etc), if deemed necessary and/or advisable by a healthcare professional. Additionally, the parent(s)/guardian(s) gives permission to the healthcare professional (e.g., EMS worker, nurse, physician, etc.) responding to any health/medical emergency to secure and administer emergency medical or surgical treatment and/or hospitalization, if necessary. In these cases, The Innovation Institute will make every effort to contact the parent(s)/guardian(s) immediately and notify them regarding any required care; however, care will not be denied or delayed for lack of parental/guardian contact or consent, as this release provides that.

I HEREBY WAIVE AND RELEASE THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE, THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE CORPORATION, ITS OWNERS, AGENTS, PARTNERS, FACILITY PROVIDERS, AND EMPLOYEES FROM LIABILITY FOR ANY INJURY OR ILLNESS INCURRED WHILE AT THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE, RESULTING FROM ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE (I.E., AN ACCIDENT). I AGREE THAT THERE IS MINIMAL RISK OF INJURY TO THE PARTICIPANT AS A RESULT OF THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE ACTIVITIES, AND KNOWINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISK OF SUCH INJURY. HOWEVER, I AGREE THAT I AM NOT RELEASING THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE AND THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE CORPORATION, ITS OWNERS, AGENTS, PARTNERS, FACILITY PROVIDERS, AND EMPLOYEES FROM GROSS NEGLIGENCE OR RECKLESS CONDUCT. TO THE EXTENT THIS RELEASE CONFLICTS WITH COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAW GOVERNING RELEASES, THIS RELEASE IS TO BE GIVEN THE FULLEST FORCE AND EFFECT PERMITTED UNDER STATE LAW. IF THIS RELEASE OR ASPECTS THEREIN ARE DETERMINED TO BE INVALID UNDER THE LAWS OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, THEN THIS RELEASE SHALL BE STRICKEN FROM THIS CONTRACT, BUT ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT.

2. Enrollment Information

By authorizing the participant/attendee to attend The Innovation Institute, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must agree to all Terms and Conditions. By completing the registration and enrollment process, the parent/guardian provides voluntary and knowing agreement to the contents of the Innovation Institute's Terms and Conditions.

All information about the participant/attendee that The Innovation Institute collects is considered confidential and used to aid its staff, visiting science and engineering specialists or volunteers in assessing crucial information regarding health and wellness and facilitating the best possible learning experience for the participant/attendee.

Participant/attendee is officially enrolled at The Innovation Institute only after a written or electronic (i.e., email) enrollment confirmation is sent from The Innovation Institute.

2a. Providing Enrollment Information

Upon enrollment, The Innovation Institute requires completion of a Health and Wellness Form, and a Dismissal and Protocol Form. These forms both request and convey information and policy regarding The Innovation Institute and expectations of parent(s)/guardian(s) and their participant(s)/attendee(s). This includes information about the participant/attendee including but not limited to date of birth, gender, allergies, best participant/attendee transition approaches, etc.

The Innovation Institute requires the completion of such forms for informational and/or precautionary purposes in order to help its staff, visiting science and engineering specialists or volunteers ensure the health and well-being of and best learning experience for each and all participant(s)/attendee(s) collectively. The Innovation Institute requires the completion of forms relating policy to create clarity about the rules, guidelines, policies, etc., of The Innovation Institute. These rules, guidelines, policies, etc. are for the health, safety, well-being and harmonious function of The Innovation Institute and its environs.

All forms are to be completed by the participant/attendee's parent(s)/guardian(s) only and submitted ten business days (two weeks) prior to the start of classes.

These four forms are referred to and explained within the Terms and Conditions.

The Health and Wellness Form includes requests for the:

Primary Contact Person in case of emergency along with a Secondary Contact Person and information concerning these parties—such as name of contacts, phone numbers, email, and address.

Medical insurance carrier and the policy number of the participant/attendee. If the participant/attendee is not covered under a health insurance plan, or if parent(s)/guardian(s) do not wish to provide The Innovation Institute with medical insurance information, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree(s) to accept all financial liability in the highly unlikely event that the participant/attendee should become injured or ill while attending The Innovation Institute. Parent/guardian(s) release and indemnify The Innovation Institute from any and all financial responsibilities.

Full disclosure of the participant/attendee’s specific limitations to participate in any Innovation Institute activities, i.e., meditation/basic yoga, science or engineering labs or classroom learning. If no restriction information is provided, the parent(s)/guardian(s) thereby certifies that the participant/attendee is in good physical and mental health and able to participate in all of The Innovation Institute’s activities. The parent(s)/guardian(s) agrees to identify any medical condition or history (including psychiatric, neuropsychological or learning related) that would require special attention by The Innovation Institute upon enrollment.

Parent/ Guardian to inform in writing The Innovation Institute of any known allergies, e.g., seasonal; food-related, e.g., gluten, grains, e.g., popcorn; materials-related, e.g., latex and adverse drug reactions and if so, whether the participant/attendee will have an EpiPen, inhaler or other prescribed medication to be identified on the Health and Wellness Form.

The parent(s)/guardian(s) certifies that he/she/they know of no restrictions, cognitive, emotional or physical impairments, or any other factors, which in any manner may limit the participant/attendee’s participation in such a program.

In the highly unlikely event of an emergency requiring medical attention, the parent(s)/guardian(s) gives permission to The Innovation Institute to arrange necessary related emergency transportation for the participant. Parent/guardian agrees to release any medical or personal records necessary for insurance purposes. The Innovation Institute will make every attempt to contact the parent(s)/guardian(s) or the emergency contact(s) listed on the participant/attendees account before taking this action. Parents and guardians acknowledge that they are responsible for medical expenses due to the participant/attendee’s illness or injury.

The parent(s)/guardian(s) authorizes the Innovation Institute staff, visiting science or engineering specialists or volunteers to attend to minor medical issues or injuries the participant/attendee may incur while at The Innovation Institute (e.g., placing a band aid on a paper cut, providing an icepack for a minor bruise), etc.

The Innovation Institute does not directly or indirectly administer medication. It has a policy of not “administering medicine” but seeks to be informed of any medicines taken during class time for informational purposes only. It is the responsibility of parent(s)/guardian(s) to develop appropriate medicine administration protocols with his or her child.

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.

3. Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Property

The Innovation Institute maintains a “lost and found” bin for all items identified and not claimed after class times. Please check in the administration office if the participant/attendee has lost something. At the end of each trimester, lost and found items will be donated to Cradles to Crayons or other charitable organizations.

The Innovation Institute encourages parent(s)/guardian(s) to label clearly all participant/attendee’s property with first and last name. The Innovation Institute will make every effort to return said property if found by staff, visiting science or engineering specialists, volunteers or another participant/attendee.

Participant/attendee is responsible for his/her personal property while at The Innovation Institute.

The Innovation Institute cannot be held responsible for any personal belongings lost or damaged by casualty or theft, etc.

If any loss or theft of, or damage to participant/attendee’s property should occur at The Innovation Institute or in association with The Innovation’s Institute’s programs, parent(s)/guardian(s) agrees that The Innovation Institute cannot and will not be held liable.

3b. Lost, Stolen or Damaged Innovation Institute Property

To provide excellence in science and engineering learning, The Innovation Institute uses high quality equipment and supplies (e.g., stereoscopes, compound microscopes, etc.) to expose participant/attendees to what it is like to be a real scientist and engineer. The Innovation Institute asks parent(s)/guardian(s) to review and cosign with the enrolled participant/attendee its Equipment, Supplies and Facilities Respect Use Form. Participants/Attendees will also find clearly marked instructions and guidelines for equipment and supplies usage at The Innovation Institute. These procedures and protocol will also be reviewed the first two class sessions.

Parent/guardian agree to accept full responsibility, financially or otherwise, for the conduct of participant/attendee—including damage to and/or destruction of equipment, supplies and/or facilities while at The Innovation Institute. This does not include ordinary negligence (i.e., accidents).

ON BEHALF OF THE PARTICIPANT/ATTENDEE, THE PARENT(S)/GUARDIAN(S) HEREBY RELEASES THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE AND THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE CORPORATION, ITS OWNERS, AGENTS, PARTNERS, FACILITY PROVIDERS AND EMPLOYEES FROM LIABILITY (INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED UPON NEGLIGENCE) FOR DAMAGE TO OR THEFT OF THE PARTICIPANT/ATTENDEE’S PERSONAL PROPERTY. THE PARENT(S)/GUARDIAN(S) TAKES THE FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY AND ALL SUCH DAMAGE. THE PARENT(S)/GUARDIAN(S) ALSO ASSUMES FULLY RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE REPLACEMENT VALUE OR REPAIR OF EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES OR PROPERTY OF THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE BY THE PARTICIPANT/ATTENDEE UNLESS THE RESULT OF ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE (I.E. ACCIDENTS).

THIS AGREEMENT CONTAINS A BINDING ARBITRATION PROVISION, WHICH MAY BE ENFORCED BY BOTH PARTIES.

ARBITRATION IN LIEU OF LITIGATION: Parent(s)/guardian(s) agree that any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement, parent(s)/guardian(s) participant/attendee’s participation at The Innovation Institute or otherwise arising between the parties, including, without limitation, any participants statutorily created or protected rights, as permitted by applicable Commonwealth of Massachusetts or federal laws, shall be settled by arbitration in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, in accordance with the Commercial Rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. The prevailing party in the arbitration shall be entitled to recover expenses including costs and reasonable attorney’s fees associated therewith. Should any part of this contract be found invalid or not enforceable by a court of law, then the remaining portion shall continue to be valid and in force. Parent(s)/guardian(s) hereby acknowledge that parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to and will comply with the terms and provisions of the ARBITRATION AGREEMENT.

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.

4. Participant/Attendee Code of Conduct

The Innovation Institute has the right to dismiss any participant/attendee if his/her actions or attitudes are deemed inconsistent with, detrimental to, or undermining of the general atmosphere of The Innovation Institute and that there shall be no refunds issued for such dismissal, as set forth below in The Innovation Institute’s Participant/Attendee Code of Conduct.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to review and ensure understanding of The Innovation Institute Code of Conduct with the parent’s(s’)/guardian’s(s’) participant(s)/attendee(s) participating in a program run by The Innovation Institute.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) of a participant/attendee attending The Innovation Institute program agree that participant/attendee must act in a way consistent with The Innovation Institute’s Code of Conduct.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) agree that parent’s(s’)/guardian’s(s’) participant(s)/attendee(s) can be dismissed from classes if his/her behavior, language, actions or attitudes are deemed inconsistent with, detrimental to, or undermining of the general atmosphere to the atmosphere or to other participants at The Innovation Institute.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) agree that parent(s)/guardian’s(s’) participant(s)/attendee(s) can be dismissed, without a refund from The Innovation Institute for the following reasons: viewing pornography or any inappropriate material on the Internet; inappropriate language (swearing, using bad words, racial, ethnic, religious or homosexual slurs); physical violence or threats of physical violence against other participants or The Innovation Institute staff, visiting science or engineering specialists, or volunteers; damage to or destruction of The Innovation Institute facilities or The Innovation Institute’s equipment, stealing property of others; Inappropriate use of equipment; sexual harassment of other participants or The Innovation Institute staff, visiting science or engineering specialists, volunteers; Internet hacking; or bullying.

Participant/attendee promises to demonstrate respect for him/herself, all of The Innovation Institute’s staff members, visiting science or engineering specialists, volunteers; other participants/attendees; and clients, lessees at 288 Walnut Street, Newtonville, MA and physical neighbors of The Innovation Institute while treating the facilities and equipment with care.

The parent(s)/guardian(s) and participant/attendee understand that The Innovation Institute has a “no tolerance” policy regarding bullying. Bullying is cause for immediate dismissal without advanced warning and with no refund of tuition, registration, materials fees or ANY other fees.

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.

5. Electronic Devices Used During the Course of the Program

5a. Personal Electronic/Computer Devices

The Innovation Institute does not require participant/attendees to bring personal electronic computing or communication devises or equipment to The Innovation Institute. The Innovation Institute does understand that parent(s)/guardian(s) would like to be able to communicate with participant/attendee. Should the participant/attendee bring a personal electronic/computing/communications device to the program, please note:

Personal electronic devices may NOT be used during instructional times, unless the Instructor approves them.

Cell phones/smart phones can be kept on hand but MUST BE in silent mode during attendance at The Innovation Institute.

Accessing the Internet via a local Wi-Fi hotspot at The Innovation Institute is the sole responsibility of the participant/attendee and his/her/their parent(s)/guardian(s). Participant/attendee and parent(s)/guardian(s) must comply with all Innovation Institute terms & conditions, and assume all financial risk. The Innovation Institute does not facilitate Internet access for non-Innovation Institute devices.

Any attempts at computer “hacking” will result in immediate dismissal from The Innovation Institute, without a refund.

Participant/attendee have defined and limited access to computers and equipment for their classes while at The Innovation Institute, under instructor supervision. Feel free to leave personal electronic devices at home. Certain filtering software is placed on Innovation Institute computers to protect The Innovation Institute’s participants/attendees, and this may not be the case with a personal device.

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.

6. Student Drop-off and Pick-up

The Innovation Institute is located at 288 Walnut Street in Newtonville, MA (mailing address). Its secondary address is 449 Newtonville Avenue, Newtonville, MA (street address). The entrance to the building in which the Innovation Institute is located is 449 Newtonville Avenue, MA. Once inside the building, The Innovation Institute, itself, can be found on the third floor, suite 300.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) and those persons authorized by the parent(s)/guardian(s) must drop of and pick up participant/attendee from The Innovation Institute WITHIN suite 300 only. Participants/attendees should never be left outside the building or in the building's lobby unaccompanied by an adult authorized by the parent(s)/guardian(s). Participants/attendees must always be accompanied by parent/guardian or authorized adult for pick-up and drop off, unless specific written arrangement have been made in advance with The Innovation Institute. This is for the safety and security of participant/attendees. Those picking up the participant/attendee must have valid picture identification (Driver’s License or Passport) and their names must be on file with The Innovation Institute staff.

For the safety and security of The Innovation Institute’s participant/attendees, The Innovation Institute staff, guest science or engineering specialists or volunteers will NOT release a participant/attendee to an unauthorized person.

Parent/guardian must notify The Innovation Institute in advance using The Innovation Institute’s Change of Dismissal Form authorizing The Innovation Institute’s staff to release his/her participant/attendee to another person who he/she/they authorize. That person must be carrying picture identification (i.e., Driver’s License or Passport).

Parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to abide by all STOPPING, LOITERING, PARKING rules, regulations, laws, common courtesies, signs and placards of The Innovation Institute’s, City of Newton, Village of Newtonville and private property owner’s (if on his/her/their private property) when picking up and dropping off students at The Innovation Institute. Failure to abide by these rules, all regulations, policies, signs and placards are grounds for immediate dismissal of the parent’s(s’)/guardian’s (s’) participant(s)/attendee(s) without any refund.

The Innovation Institute is not responsible or liable for any parking fine violations or infractions incurred by the parent(s)/guardian(s) when picking up or dropping off his/her/their participants/attendees at The Innovation Institute.

Parents/Guardians agree not to impair or block traffic on Walnut Street, Bowers Street, or Newtonville Street. Parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to find a legal on- or off-street parking space if they intend to escort his/her/their participant/attendee to The Innovation Institute entrance, suite 300, at 288 Walnut Street/449 Newtonville Avenue, Newtonville, MA. As a part of enrollment, parent(s)/guardians(s) will be asked to sign The Innovation Institute’s Pick-Up and Drop-Off Policy Form.

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.

7. Cancellation, Payment & Refund Policy

7a. Session Cancellations by The Innovation Institute

If a session is cancelled, parent(s)/guardian(s) agree that parent(s)/guardian(s) may enroll parent(s)/guardian(s) son/daughter/ward in another session. If one is not available at The Innovation Institute at a convenient time for parent(s)/guardian(s) participant, a refund will be issued for monies paid to The Innovation Institute for the cancelled class, i.e., the registration fee if paid specifically for participation in the cancelled course and not for a prior or concurrent course, tuition for the cancelled course, and the materials fee. If the course is cancelled prior to its expected conclusion, The Innovation Institute will issue partial refunds for the portion of the course remaining. Please take under advisement that the design and execution of The Innovation Institute's courses is such that The Innovation Institute cannot prorate courses by simply dividing total enrollment cost by total number of course sessions. The formula for partial refund is more complex and contingent upon the number of weeks remaining in the academic term.

7b. Payment: Registration and Other Fees

7b.1a Registration Fee

All enrolled participants/attendees (both new and continuing) are required to pay a non-refundable annual registration fee.

The registration fee is a one-time, non-refundable, annual fee of $75.00. There is no summer term registration fee.

7b.1b Materials Fee

The materials fee is non-refundable and reflects the costs of supplies, maintenance of supplies and equipment likely to be used for the course.

7b.1c Late Fees

Payment of all fees (tuition, registration, and materials fees) for a semester or academic year, contingent upon enrollment) is due no later than 20 business days (four full weeks) prior to the start of the new semester. A $35.00 late fee will be applied automatically if payment is not received for each five business days payment has not been received but enrollment forms have been completed.

7b.1d Returned Check Fee

A $30.00 fee will be charged for each returned check.

7c Payment Options

Registration, Tuition & Materials Fees Payment Options:

Please view The Innovation Institute’s schedule and tuition web page for tuition costs and fees for the school year, or contact us at 617 340-9907.

Payments can be made by credit card (MC, VISA, AMEX, or Discover), check or cash.

7c.1a Payment by Credit Card

Credit card payment can be used to complete enrollment online.

Payment for multiple participant/attendee enrollment can be combined on one credit card transaction. Please ensure that separate enrollment forms have been completed for each participant/attendee.

Please provide the first and last names and grades of the participants/attendees enrolled in the “Notes” box where credit card information is gathered. If participant/attendee is enrolled with a different last name than the last name on the credit card, please also indicate the participant/attendee's last name. Thank you.

7c.1b. Payment by Check

Please make checks payable to: The Innovation Institute

Payment for multiple participant/attendee enrollment can be combined on one check. Please ensure that separate registration forms have been completed for each participant/attendee.

Please put the enrolled participant/attendee’s first and last name(s) on the check and a telephone number where you can be reached.

If the participant/attendee is enrolled with a different last name than the last name on parent/guardian’s check, please be sure to indicate their last name on the check. Thank you.

7c.1c Payment by Cash

Cash payments are accepted in-person only at The Innovation Institute offices.

NEVER mail cash please.

If parent/guardian plans to pay in person, please call ahead to ensure that admin is ready to assist. Thank you. (617 340-9907)

Please mail checks to or visit The Innovation Institute to make payments at:

The Innovation Institute

288 Walnut Street, 300

Newtonville, MA 02460

ATTN: Enrollment

7d. Withdrawal and Refund

The Innovation Institute must be notified in writing of the parent/guardian intent to withdraw his/her participant/attendee from The Innovation Institute.

The Innovation Institute's staff values all feedback and is glad to make an appointment with the parent/guardian to discuss his/her/their change in plans. Thank you.

7d.1a Withdrawal Policy for the Academic Year (September – June)

Tuition refund terms upon The Innovation Institute’s receipt of a written notification are as follows:

100% of tuition is refunded if the written notification is received 100 business days* before or from the start of classes for the semesters or academic year from which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

75% of tuition is refunded if the written notification of cancellation is received 85 business days before or from the start of classes for the trimester from which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

50% of tuition is refunded if the written notification of cancellation is received 60 business days before or from the start of classes for the semester or academic year from which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

25% of tuition is refunded if the written notification of cancellation is received 45 business days before or from the start of classes for the semester or academic year which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

No refunds are issued if the written notification of cancellation is received after 45 business days from the start of classes for the semester or academic year which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

Business days refers to the five-day work week, Monday through Friday.

Please note the following:

Refund amounts are based upon total tuition paid for a given period.

All refunds will exclude any discounts or promotions. These figures will be deducted from the refund provided.

Refunds will be provided in the form of payment in which they were originally made. All refunds will be provided within 30 to 60 days from receipt and acceptance of written intent to withdraw.

Registration and materials fees are non-refundable.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) understands that payment made whether for one term, two terms or an academic year is considered one payment for participation for purposes of determining refunds. Parent(s)/guardian(s) further understand that any promotions and/or discounts they have received will be forfeited in the case where participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn. This forfeiture includes sibling discounts and other promotions used during the enrollment process. Refunds will be adjusted accordingly. Parent(s)/guardian(s) understands the enrollment and cancellation policies and agrees to abide by them.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) understands that the tuition refund policy timeline stated above (in 7d.1a) applies to the student or students her/she enrolls. The relevant timeline begins counting down from 90 business days and remains the same for all enrolled students whether or not payment is made earlier, during, or after the start of classes for the session(s). The enrollment/refund timeline does not reset relative to the time of individual enrollment and payment.

7d.1b Withdrawal Policy for a Summer or a Vacation Term

Tuition refund terms upon The Innovation Institute’s receipt of a written notification are as follows:

100% of tuition is refunded if the written notification is received 100* business days from the start of classes for the session from which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

75% of tuition is refunded if the written notification is received 85 business days from the start of classes for the session from which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

50% of tuition is refunded if the written notification is received 60 business days from the start of classes for the session from which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

25% of tuition is refunded if the written notification is received 45 business days from the start of classes for the session from which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

No refunds are issued if the written notification of cancellation is received after 45 business days from the start of classes for the session from which the participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn.

*Business days refers to the five-day work week, Monday through Friday.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) understands that payment made whether for one term, two terms or an academic year is considered one payment for participation for purposes of determining refunds. Parent(s)/guardian(s) further understand that any promotions and/or discounts they have received will be forfeited in the case where participant/attendee seeks to be withdrawn. This forfeiture includes sibling discounts and other promotions used during the enrollment process. Refunds will be adjusted accordingly. Parent(s)/guardian(s) understands the enrollment and cancellation policies and agrees to abide by them.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) understands that the tuition refund policy timeline stated above (in 7d.1b) applies to the student or students her/she enrolls. The relevant timeline begins counting down from 90 business days and remains the same for all enrolled students whether or not payment is made earlier, during, or after the start of classes for the session(s). The enrollment/refund timeline does not reset relative to the time of individual enrollment and payment.

Please note the following:

Refund amounts are based upon total tuition paid for a given period.

All refunds will exclude any discounts or promotions. These figures will be deducted from the refund provided.

Refunds will be provided in the form of payment in which they were originally made. All refunds will be provided within 30 to 60 days from receipt and acceptance of written intent to withdraw.

Registration and materials fees are non-refundable.

Parent(s)/guardian(s) understands the enrollment, cancellation and refund policies and agrees to abide by them.

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.

8. Specials and Sibling Discount Policy

8a. Promotions

The Innovation Institute offers promotional specials from time to time. For “specials,” the client will receive the published discount amount with use of the corresponding promotional code. Limit one discount per participant or family, as identified by the discount.

Discount, promotions or specials only apply to tuition. They are never deducted from materials fees or the registration fee.

The class session balance must be paid in full by the promotion's deadline to receive the published discount amount. If payment is not made by the promotion's deadline, the discount is null and void and the full tuition and fees will be required.

Note that certain promotions require that the session balance be paid in full at the time of enrollment to receive the promotional discount. These specials cannot be used in conjunction with a payment plan.

All applicable cancellation/refund policies apply.

All promotional codes must be submitted at the time of enrollment. The Innovation Institute does not honor retroactive adjustments. Incentives will not be applied once partial or full payment has been received.

The total discounts received cannot exceed the total cost of the services purchased.

None of the promotional specials are valid for tuition-assistance recipients, i.e., those receiving needs-based financial assistance from The Innovation Institute.

8b. Sibling Discount Policy

The Innovation Institute offers a 5% tuition deduction for each additional sibling enrolled after the first sibling's enrollment at the full tuition cost when paying via check. This offer is not valid via credit card. The deduction is taken from the lower tuition fee.

The Sibling Discount applies to additional siblings concurrently enrolled at The Innovation Institute and cannot be combined with any other specials, discounts, or promotions being offered at that time, unless specifically noted.

The total discounts received cannot exceed the total cost of the products or services purchased.

Sibling discounts are not valid for tuition-assistance recipients, i.e., those receiving needs-based financial assistance from The Innovation Institute.

Please contact The Innovation Institute at 617 340-9907 if parent(s)/guardian(s) wishes to conduct enrollment entirely online. The Innovation Institute’s staff will help ensure proper deductions are taken via the website/online enrollment process. Technology limiting ability to do so is not the fault or responsibility of The Innovation Institute.

8c. Promotional Code Discounts

A valid promotional code is required to receive a discount (limit one per participant) and/or one per family depending upon the particulars stated in the discount, special or promotion.

All promotional codes must be submitted at the time of enrollment.

8d. Discounts and Promotion Expirations

any reduction in tuition from a promotion is time limited, so it has an expiration date. Promotions may not be applied retroactively to those who have already paid tuition. If someone has paid the full tuition rate and The Innovation Institute prior to/ or offers a discounted rate for the same session, those who have already paid for the course will not receive the discounted rate.

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.

9. Financial Assistance

The Innovation Institute is dedicated to making its science and engineering classes more accessible to all participant/attendees, regardless of their economic means. The Innovation Institute can only award limited tuition assistance based on financial need at this time. Submission of a financial aid application is not a guarantee of tuition assistance.

To be considered for assistance, please request and complete The Innovation Institute’s application and send the following documents:

Financial Aid Application

Tax return for the three years

Three most recent pay stubs for every employed family member.

All applications will be reviewed before October 15 for the academic year. Parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified about the amount of aid that can be provided, if any. The Registration Fee and a pro-rated first month tuition must be paid before September 1st regardless of any future financial aid. Application for financial aid has no bearing upon a participant/attendee's acceptance into the program. All information submitted as part of the financial assistance assessment will be kept STRICTLY confidential. Needs-based financial assistance will be determined according to the rules and policies established by The Innovation Institute. Applications will be accepted throughout the academic year and summer terms; however, preference will be given to participants/attendees who submit for enrollment for the academic year.

Application deadline for first consideration: September 25

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.

10. Changes to Services

The Innovation Institute may change these provisions without notice at any time, adding, deleting or amending terms, promotions, etc.

Please contact The Innovation Institute with questions regarding this information at 617 340-9907.